Former Hiplife star, Yaw Siki whose banging tune Wope Dodo made him a household name some years ago, has revealed how difficult things have become for him since he became a born again.
The musician was involved in a near fatal accident on the Tema Motorway in 2013 which actually was the turning point of his life.
In exclusive interview with Showbiz, Yaw Siki confessed that there were times when he almost gave up and returned to the secular world, adding that the likes of Lord Kenya, Papa Shee and Gemann who were once ‘worldly’ musicians but transitioned into Christ and are still steadfast, inspires him.
He said:
“It’s not easy to take such a bold decision as a young artiste. Things haven’t been rosy. I have had a very rough ride. Sometimes, you are broke and don’t even know where to find your daily bread but in all this, I have strong faith in the Lord. He always provides for me.”
When I took a decision to stop singing profane music, there many temptations to go back to my old ways because such a lifestyle was attractive. But I have grown in faith to resist the urge.”
His decision also had consequences as he lost some of his old friends and many of his fans on social media but the Thank You Lord singer said that hasn’t deterred him from pressing on.
I’m no longer with my old management because we have different visions now. Truthfully, my music career isn’t a priority to me now. I believe when the time is ripe, I will be directed to put more effort in it.
I used to smoke and engage in all the negative vices so when I see prostitutes, wee smokers, I understand them better. It took two near fatal accidents for me to get on the right path. Let’s not be quick to condemn them because they need prayers and support.”
